inspiring conscious, connected earth care
in the community and across networks

Are you looking to bring your place back to greater biodiversity, beauty and resilience? As holistic practitioners of bush regeneration, we come with respect, observation, experience, tools and technique.

g’day, we’re bushtekniq..

.. a family business committed to enhancing natural bush regeneration, using ecologically sensitive technique and ethical perspective. We have worked for nearly two decades as bush regenerators, and since 2015 bushtekniq has cared for hundreds of sites, collaborating with landholders, councils, government, NGO’s and community associations. We love to share our learnings through practical workshops, community events and presentations.

Our Story

**relearn**

we facilitate learning experiences through practical workshops, regen events, presentations and educational programs

Ways to learn

**regenerate**

bushtekniq can help you restore your place to natural diversity and resilience, with a range of innovative tools and techniques

Work with us

**reconnect**

growing a sense of belonging in country, ecology and community empowers us to act for the health of the earth

Inspiration

Testimonials

“The amazing People Power crew from bushtekniq helped us control some woody weeds this week. They are completely chemical-free and use a gadget called a 'tree popper' to extract weedy trees out of the ground.

Tali's knowledge of native vs introduced species is amazing and she is so keen to share what she knows. If you have a patch of lantana or you just want some help to restore the natural balance, give bushtekniq a call.”

~ Paul & Luzette, Cedar Creek

“We live on a large area of land which we are doing our best to regenerate. As a Land for Wildlife property, we have been lucky enough to receive grants from the council to assist with this. For us, it’s best used for labour to help us weed, since once weeded, regeneration is almost miraculous as there are many suppressed saplings and seedlings growing under the weeds (mainly Lantana).

In each case, we have used Bushtekniq to help us. I first heard about them when they assisted a local bush care group and found they are one of few who specialise in restoring and regenerating bushland, so thought I’d give them a try.

Bushtekniq have assisted us three times now and we hope to use them again this year, as they are a reliable, enthusiastic, hard-working team with a great ability to distinguish between weed and valued native plant. With their help, we’re making great progress in our regeneration work.”

~ Erika, Armstrong Creek

“The team from bushtekniq have been coming to our Wights Mt property over the past year to assist us in reducing the number of invasive weed species on our block.

Without the use of chemicals, using tree-poppers, weed knives, mattocks and hard work, together we have removed large numbers of Climbing Asparagus Fern, Ochna and Lantana.

The replanting with appropriate plant species is encouraging the return of native wildlife.

We are now reconnecting with our property and, with bushtekniq’s help and knowledge, we continue to learn how to regenerate and manage ‘our bit of bush’ in a natural and sustainable way.”

~ Lea & Neville, Wights Mountain

“I met Tali and Jono when they presented a workshop at Millen Farm a number of years ago. It was so informative and changed my approach to our small bush regeneration project - helping my husband and I to slow down and embrace a more natural way of bring back the bush. Since then Bushtekniq have provided invaluable advice and planting services. We look forward to continuing working with them into the future.”
~ Amanda, Dayboro

“Our journey with Bushtekniq started with an onsite assessment at our acreage property in May 2016. As we discussed our land management practices it soon became clear that our strategy was highly dependent on chemicals. I'm not saying we were addicted, but we were heavy users.

Jono and Tali introduced us to a new approach to land management - reforestation, mulching, making productive use of garden waste and steam weeding to name a few. Planting native, compatible trees, and encouraging native undergrowth restored many areas of our property that we otherwise mowed, sprayed or simply ignored. Through their expert advice we also benefited from the Council's Land for Wildlife Program.

After 3 years with Bushtekniq our property has changed dramatically. Our established forest areas are more complete, new areas are growing quickly, the presence of native wildlife has increased and our whole property is chemical-free (over the last 3 years, we have probably saved thousands of dollars in Round Up alone!).

Another benefit of Bushtekniq is their practical approach. This has resulted in additional uses we have made for our forests, including a beautiful nature path for walking the dog and effective screening from new buildings next door.

If you are looking to improve your property in a natural, sustainable way we would recommend Bushtekniq.”
~ Rob & Jackie, Samford Valley

“Bushtekniq have done such an amazing job with my creekside garden. Their bush wisdom and deep understanding and respect for the natural environment ensure that you can trust that everything they do is for the long term sustainability of not only your garden but the planet as well.”
~ Nicole, Everton Hills

“The bushtekniq team have been a very welcome discovery for us. We are caring for an acre of land in Brisbane and were at a loss of how to manage it. The approach of gardening and controlling the environment did not work, made the task an overwhelming battle, and didn't sit right for us. We needed to find a new way!! Bushtekniq introduced us to a regenerative model of land care that involves gentle removal of weed species, identification and support for the existing indigenous seed bank, and reintroduction of indigenous species. The process has allowed us to connect with the environment and to support its natural inclination towards regeneration. It has opened our eyes to a way of caring for the land that is deeply satisfying. Tali, Jono and Anna are a delight to work with. They are highly respectful and considerate of the environment and the people they are working with. They are passionate about land care and generously share their knowledge. We strongly recommend bushtekniq to guide anyone who is wanting to learn, connect with their surrounding environment, and engage in the process of land care and regeneration.”
~ Steph, Alex, Otto & Elke, Bardon

“A big thank you for yesterday’s workshop on weeds. I know everyone enjoyed it & got a lot out of it. The workshop was not only helpful in increasing our weed awareness but it also helped reaffirm our commitment to removing weeds to encourage natural regeneration. Thanks again & hope to see you soon.”
~ Rob, Benelong Bushcare

“I would just like to pass on my admiration for Tali and Jono. I was minding my two grandsons for the weekend and as it was our landcare day I said to them that it would be very good if they came as well, which they did. The boys learnt so much about landcare from them both including the safe use of tools, plant and tree information including what can be used for food and a lot of other hands-on experiences. The tree popper was a hit! They were very encouraging to both boys. I was impressed with their commitment to land care and sharing so much information. I was amazed at just how enthusiastic the boys were for the whole morning as I thought that they would want to come home after a short while in the reserve - how wrong I was!”
~ Patricia, Lil Cabbage Tree Creek

“It was so delightful to meet you and see you working so carefully with nature. Great to share lunch and chat too. Thanks very much for your efforts here in paradise! I am most grateful. I hope to keep in touch with you, have a bush blitz to beat those weeds and hear Jono play guitar!”
~ Wendy, Armstrong Creek